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PZC Minutes 121592RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES December 15, 1992 The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was held 1992at 7:30 PM in the Town Council Chambers, on December 15, , Avon Town Municipal Building, 400 Benchmark Rd., Avon, Colorado. Chairman John Perkins. The meeting was called to order by Members Present: John Perkins, Henry Vest Sue Railton, Jack Hunn Rhoda Schneiderman, Patti Dixon Buz Reynolds Staff Present: Rick Pylman, Director of Community Development, Tom Allender, Planner Charlette Pascuzzi, Recording Secretary Chairman Perkins stated that all members were present, except for Pati ion ad att7:32,xJacknHunnnzate7:33dand nBuz aReynolds atck Hunn. P7:35 PM.atti arrived a„hriivision. Desq_n_and—Construction Tom Allender stated that this application received conceptual design review at the December 1st meeting. At that time it was tabled. The only issue was the height question. The acant has made changes to the design of the building as opPppli moving the building. Allender stated that there is still a one foot conflict with the western elevation. The applicant has indicated that he will rail- the finished grade and enclose the bottom of the window in a timber window well. The original site plan contained an error, showing one of the garages as a two car garage when in fact it is a three car garage. The applicant also added one parking space, which Staff thinks is a bit excessive as far as the amount of asphalt on the lot. The applicant has agreed to remove the one parking space. Allender stated that, other than the height, the building does meet all other aspects of the zoning code and the architecture and building materials appear to comply with the Town of Avon design guidelines. The color scheme seems to work very well. He .7 40 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES - December 15, 1992 The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was held on December 15, 1992, at 7:30 PM in the Town Council Chambers, Avon Town Municipal Building, 400 Benchmark Rd., Avon, Colorado. The meeting was called to order by Chairman John Perkins. Members Present: John Perkins, Henry Vest Sue Railton, Jack Hunn Rhoda Schneiderman, Patti Dixon Buz Reynolds Staff Present: Rick Pylman, Director of Community Development, Tom Allender, Planner Charlette Pascuzzi, Recording Secretary Chairman Perkins stated that all members were present, except for Patti Dixon and Buz Reynolds and Jack Hunn. Patti Dixon arrived at 7:32, Jack Hunn at 7:33 and Buz Reynolds at 7:35 PM. gn_and Construction iew Tom Allender stated that this application received conceptual design review at the December 1st meeting. At that time is was tabled. The only issue was the height question. The applicant has made changes to the design of the building as opposed to moving the building. Allender stated that there is still a one foot conflict with the western elevation. The applicant has indicated that he will raise the finished grade and enclose the bottom of the window in a timber window well. The original site plan contained an error, showing one of the garages as a two car garage when in fact it is a three car garage. The applicant also added one parking space, which Staff thinks is a bit excessive as far as the amount of asphalt on the lot. The applicant has agreed to remove the one parking space. Allender stated that, other than the height, the building does meet all other aspects of the zoning code and the architecture and building materials appear to comply with the Town of Avon design guidelines. The color scheme seems to work very well. He PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES December 15, 1992 Page 2 of 6 cion,_ Design__and Construction stated that he has put up the original site plans and the new ones for the Commission to study. The roof form is significantly different. It adds interest to the building, without getting too busy. Staff recommendation is for approval with the following conditions: 1. The most northern parking space be removed. 2. The building permit application include a revised site plan and western elevation which reflects the addition of the window well and the adjusted finished grade. Tony Seibert stated that the northeast parking space will be eliminated. Also, when the working drawings for the building permit are submitted the railroad tie small retaining wall will be included, so the original grade can be retained. Discussion followed on the window well. Jack Hunn asked how the area where the parking space is removed would be treated. Tony Seibert stated that it would be sod and they would probably reconfigure some of the landscaping. All Commission comments regarding this project were favorable. Allender stated that the only other comment he has on the site plan is that it shows a 20 foot setback from the high water mark and it should show a 30 foot setback. There are no improvements shown within that 30 foot setback so it should be no problem to correct the drawing. Henry Vest moved to approve the final design review for Lot 13, Filing 1, Eaglebend Subdivision with the following conditions: 1. The northeastern parking space be removed. 2. Final siting plans be submitted to Staff before building permit is issued. Jack Hunn seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Lot 55 Block 2. Benchmark at Beaver Creek Subdivision, Sign Variance Request and Design Review Tom Allender passed around some photographs taken of the propossd locations for the sign and also a color print of the proposed sign. 1• M PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES December 15, 1992 Page 3 of 6 Lot 55 Block 2,_ Benchmark at Beaver_ Creek Subdivision,_ Sign Variance Request and Design Review, (cont� Tom Allender stated that Alan Aarons, of High Tech Signs, representing Shapiro Development, is requesting a variance from Section 15.28.080 (H) of the Town of Avon Sign Code to allow for the placement of a 32 square foot development sign on Lot 55. This is the corner lot right in front of the Avon Center building. The sign code is very specific in that a development sign is "not to exceed sixteen square feet of display area The proposed development sign, is 4 feet by 8 feet. About two thirds of the sign is a 4 color rendering and the remaining one third is a black background with white lettering that basically contains leasing information. The proposed location of the sign is directly behind the recently placed sculpture on that corner. The sign is in reference to a new two story commercial project which the Planning Commission has given conceptual review that was favorable, although no action was taken. The proposed location has been discussed with the applicant. There is some feeling that the sign would be obscured by the existing landscaping. Staff is concerned that the size of the sign would detract from the landscaping and the sculpture. An is alternative location was discussed with the applicant. int the about sixty feet west on Beaver Creek Blvd., in a gap existing vegetation. The proposed location encroaches a bit into one of the side setbacks, but that is a minor detail that anbe addressed just by moving the sign. The originally proposed location does provide an orientation from both West Beaver Creek and Avon Road. The alternative site would just be from the location of the bank parking lot and Avon Road. Allender then reviewed the approval criteria, stating that if granted, the 32 foot sign may detract from the recently completed landscaping on the corner of Beaver Creek Blvd and Avon Road, otherwise its relationship to existing and potential uses and structures does not appear to be overly objectionable. He stated that Staff does not feel that relief from the specified regulation is necessary to achieve compatibility and uniformity of treatment among sites in the vicinity. He stated that in 1989 the Planning Commission granted a similar variance for the Sunroad Subdivision for a development sign on lots 1 and 2. The main justification for the variance was that the lot was very large and had two frontages, but the lots were interrupted at the corner by the bank lot. This lot does have some similarities, as it is a cornerlot with continuous frontage. The sign placement could be very close to the road. There are significant differences between this request and `che one that was approved previously. Allender stated that Denny's has been displaying a non -permitted oversized PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES December 15, 1992 Page 4 of 6 vision. Sign Variance Requ development sign, which Staff is pursuing. Allender stated that Staff would again point out the potential negative visual impact a large sign may have on the recent improvements to the intersection. Allender then reviewed the findings required for approval of a variance. Allender stated that Staff recommends denial of the requested variance as there does not appear to be any exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the site of the variance that do not apply generally to other properties in the vicinity, and that the strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the regulation would not result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of the Sign Code of the Town of Avon. Alan Aarons stated that at the time the site plan was drawn and the location of the sign was fixed, the statue was not in place. Now they are inclined to agree that this location is not the best for the sign. They agree that the proposed new location would be acceptable. He stated that the sign itself is two thirds pure graphic of the project itself. What they are presenting is a partial sign with a full color rendition of the building. He stated that if a smaller sign is required, it would present a hardship in terms of it being sellable. He stated that he would also like to speak about precedent. He discussed the Sunroad signs, and also the sign on the Avon Town Square site, Lnd the Denny's signs. Aarons stated that they would agree to move the sign to a different location, one that Staff has agreed upon, but they would like to have the larger sign so that they may make a better and more visible presentation for the client. Joe crokey of Shapiro Development stated that the only way they can start building the building in the spring is to pre -lease - Therefore, the need for the visual image of the building. Jack Hunn asked Staff if they felt any different about their' recommendation for denial, in light of the agreement to move the sign. Allender stated that Staff prefers the new location, however, that doesn't change the position on the size of the sign. Discussion followed on duration of approval for signs. After considerable discussion, where most Commission comments were a a PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES December 15, 1992 Page 5 of 6 Subdivision,__ Sign favorable, and the appropriate findings were discussed, Rhoda Schneiderman moved to grant approval for the sign variance, citing the following findings and to include the conditions listed below the findings: A. That the granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in the vicinity. B. That the variance is warranted for the reason that the strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the vicinity. Conditions: 1. The sign be located at the alternate site, on West Beaver Creek Blvd. 2. The sign remain no longer than one year, or December 1, 1993, and if the applicants need an extension they appear before the Commission again. Sue Railton seconded. Jack Hunn stated that the Commission should stipulate for the record that the reason that they are supporting this variance is because of the high quality of the sign and in particular the large portion of the sign dedicated to the graphic, rather than all message. The motion carried unanimously. Reading and Approval of the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes of December 1, 1992 Sue Railton moved to approve the minutes of the December 1, 1992 meeting as submitted. Jack Hunn seconded and the motion ca•ried unanimously. Other Business Rick Pylman reminded the Commission of the Christmas Party on Friday. He also mentioned the letter of commendation from John Heilman for the Town of Avon Staff, which was published in the Vail Daily. Sue Railton asked about the banners on the street lights and why •1 40, t. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES December 15, 1992 Page 6 of 6 1r.., C� Other Business. (cont) they were taken down. Rick Pylman explained that they had started fraying in the high winds and are being sent back for repair. The Commission asked about the status of the Terence Allen house. Tom Allender stated that Council has given Mr. Allen until the first of the year to get the building closed in. Jack Hunn moved to adjourn, Henry Vest seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM. Respectfully submitted. Charlette Pascuzzi Recording Secretary